
About this episode
In this solo episode, I’m talking about something I know so many of us in the sustainability space are feeling right now - things feel loud, divisive, and at times, completely disheartening.
I share why sustainability doesn’t disappear with bad politics, and how progress often works in cycles - not a neat upward line.
You’ll hear why I believe chaos creates opportunity, why we need to accept resistance as part of the process, and how finding unlikely allies can move us forward in unexpected ways. I also talk about consistency - not shouting louder, but simply showing up again and again.
If you’ve been feeling knocked back or unsure of your place, this is your reminder that the long game matters - and you are absolutely part of it.
Here are the highlights:
The Impact of Political Changes on Sustainability (3:23)
Forming Alliances and Finding Consistency (6:44)
Accepting Resistance (7:08)
Playing the Long Game (15:33)
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